The effects of smoking and alcohol use on risk of upper aero-digestive cancers
Tuesday, August 2, 2011 - 11:00
in Health & Medicine
Upper aero-digestive tract cancers (UADT), especially those of the oral cavity, pharynx, and larynx, are often referred to as alcohol-related cancers as it has been shown repeatedly that heavy drinkers, in particular, are at increased risk. The combination of heavy alcohol use and cigarette smoking is the key factor in increasing the risk of these cancers.